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Technology is being used to enhance experiences, enable way finding and improve accessibility of Heritage sites and artefacts. From laser-scanning and virtual recreations, to museum experiences and artefact preservation, technology is playing a new role in Heritage.

The special topic for discussion at this event is Digital capture of heritage and archives – improving accessibility and preservation.

Agenda:

Hands-on demonstration on arrival (13:00)

Welcome

Presentation 1 – St Andrews

Break

Presentation 2 – GCU

Close (16:30)

Presentation 1 – St Andrews, Dr Bess Rhodes & Dr Iain Oliver

This session will look at digitally recording heritage: drones, photogrammetry, photospheres, landscapes and their use. There have never been more options for recording heritage, but as new technologies come online they bring new challenges. Drones enable us to provide an eye from the sky and to conduct cost effective surveys of landscapes. Photogrammetry enables creation of 3D artefacts at a fraction of the cost of laser scanning and 360 photography makes emersion possible for mobile aps, web aps and museum installations. Explore both the possibilities and challenges with hands on experience

Dr Bess Rhodes is a research fellow at the University of St Andrews and Smart History. Bess holds a Doctorate in history from St Andrews. Bess is currently head of history at Smart History and has recently worked on the Iron Age, Medieval and Modern periods. She specialises in archive research and is great at turning up new finds and highlighting significant events in accessible language. Bess has recently worked for Historic Environment Scotland researching Edinburgh Castle and Scottish tournaments. She has also worked in developing content for virtual reality apps such as Edinburgh 1544.

Dr Iain Oliver is also a research fellow at the University of St Andrews and Smart History. Iain leads our systems engineering work and in developing the Virtual Museum toolkits. His PhD was in traffic engineering for virtual environments. Since then he has developed immersive systems for museums and the Virtual Time Binocular framework. Iain has also expertise in laser scanning, structured light and photogrammetry. He has produced high quality 3D models and makes them available through the web and mobile apps.

Presentation 2 – Eddie Horn from Glasgow Caledonian University’s School of Engineering and Built Environment will give an overview of recent developments in 3D laser scanning and photogrammetry technologies for creating accurate 3D digital models. The presentation will use a recent successful 3D scan carried out in St Kitts and Nevis to demonstrate how these techniques can be applied to heritage sites and artefacts.

Eddie Horn previously worked in the private sector as an Interactive Producer developing and creating multimedia applications and websites for a range of industries. Then moved to Glasgow Caledonian University and established a suite of undergraduate and post-graduate courses specialising in digital media technology with a particular emphasis in 3D visualisation. Areas of interest and research include Laser Scanning, Photogrammetry, 3D modelling and Animation, Virtual and Augmented Reality.

This event is free to attend and fully funded by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and organised with the support of Interface, as part of the Year for Heritage, History and Archaeology. Special thanks to St Andrews and Glasgow Caledonian University for taking time out to come and share their expertise.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), the Scottish Government's economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. HIE are committed to helping enterprises of all sectors and all sizes to make the most of digital technology in the way they operate and promote their business. Find out more at http://hellodigital.scot/

2017 has been designated the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology to celebrate Scotland’s unique history and heritage through a series of exciting events and activity, highlighting and celebrating both our tangible and intangible heritage – our buildings, visitor attractions, archaeological sites as well as our diverse stories, traditions and culture – all with a focus on engagement and participation.

Interface connects organisations of all sizes, from all sectors, to the right academic expertise for increased R&D activity leading to the creation and development of new products, services and processes. Their free and impartial service has helped hundreds of organisations to become more competitive enabling them to increase their profits, maximise their export potential and ultimately become more sustainable. Interface can help organisations access a range of funding options to offset the cost of their project and with team members on the ground, from the Borders to the Highlands & Islands, they can help businesses wherever they are, whatever their need – for more information visit www.interface-online.org.uk

Founded in the 15th century, St Andrews is Scotland's first university and the third oldest in the English speaking world. With a strong background in delivering digital projects for the Heritage sector, including Timespan, the Open Virtual Worlds Research Group was established in 2007 with a focus in creating digital historic scenes. https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/

Glasgow Caledonian University are an international centre of excellence in Higher Education. The School of Engineering and Built Environment brings together the Department of Construction and Surveying, Department of Engineering and Department of C